Livingston Robotics Club Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Livingston Robotics Club (LRC), an IRS 501(c)(3) organization, is a robotics community for grades K-12. Based in Livingston, New Jersey, USA, the club is open to families from area towns and communities. Founded in 2007 and officially incorporated in 2010, it was created and is operated on a purely voluntary basis by parents and mentors passionate about our mission.Through the generous support and annual donation of Eastman Companies, LRC offers member teams access to a 6000sf facility to hold team meetings and practice sessions. Our TeamAt LRC, we pride ourselves on having a diverse team of robotics enthusiasts who are passionate about innovation and technology. Each member brings a unique perspective to the table, fostering an environment of creativity and collaboration. Join us in getting to know the talented individuals who make LRC a hub for robotic excellence.
- Income
- $10,273
- Spending
- $7,717
- Reserves
- 19.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 68%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (4)
- LRC supports two FIRST LEGO League (FLL) divisions: FLL Explore covering ages 6-10 FLL Challenge covering grades 4-8Both FLL divisions introduce STEM through hands-on learning, emphasizing real-world problem-solving and growth in thinking, coding, and design skills.
- VEX Robotics Competition engages students worldwide in grades 4-12 in 4 divisions (VIQ Elementary, VIQ Middle School, VRC HS, VEX AI). Students learn robot design and programming for game-based challenges, fostering teamwork, leadership, communication, and STEM skills.
- RoboCupJunior (RCJ) educates students up to age 19 in local to international robotic events. It emphasizes technology learning through three cooperative challenges: soccer, rescue, and onstage.
- Join a Team or Build a TeamThere are many competitive robotics programs where students can get hands-on learning opportunities through guided challenges. To learn more about the programs and how to start a team, check our event calendar and join our Open House Events on Facebook.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on May 15, 2019 for not filing returns for three years. The IRS now lists it as tax-exempt again.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 2019.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.
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